Upgrading The Hard Drive - HP Compaq dc7600 USDT Hardware Reference Manual

Hardware Upgrades

Upgrading the Hard Drive

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10. Replace the access panel.
11. Install the optional cable lock, if desired.
12. Replace the stand, if desired.
13. Reconnect all external devices, plug the power cord into the
power outlet, and turn the computer on.
14. Use Computer Setup to enable the Smart Cover Sensor, if
desired.
The Ultra-Slim Desktop supports only Serial ATA (SATA) internal
hard drives; parallel ATA (PATA) internal hard drives are not
supported.
Be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive before removing it
so that you can transfer the data to the new hard drive.
The 3.5-inch hard drive is located on the left side of the computer,
under the MultiBay.
1. If the Smart Cover Sensor is enabled, restart the computer and
enter Computer Setup to disable it.
2. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system,
then turn off any external devices.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
4. Position the computer on its side with the rubber pads on the
bottom. (If the computer is being used in the tower configuration,
remove the computer from the stand. Refer to
Removing the Tower Stand" on page 2–7
5. Remove the access panel. Refer to
Access Panel" on page 2–1
6. Remove the front bezel and MultiBay. Refer to
Replacing the Front Bezel and MultiBay" on page 2–3
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